Event host, conference chair and awards host in London
Award-winning broadcaster Rob Osborne chairs conferences, hosts awards nights and moderates panels and fireside chats for organisations across London – from Westminster and the City to Canary Wharf and the South Bank.
A journalist's rigour, with a host's lightness
For nearly two decades Rob was a correspondent and presenter for ITV News, interviewing prime ministers and party leaders live on air. He was named Welsh Journalist of the Year and three times Welsh TV Journalist of the Year, and has since commented for Sky News, LBC, Times Radio and RTÉ.
That means proper preparation, sharp questions, and the warmth and humour that keep a room with you – whether it's a policy panel in Westminster or a black-tie awards night.
What London clients book Rob for
Conference chair – full-day conferences and leadership summits, kept sharp and on time
Policy and public affairs events – Westminster debates, hustings, think-tank panels and parliamentary receptions, chaired by someone who knows the politics
Awards host – warm, funny, well-paced awards nights and gala dinners
Fireside chats – in-depth on-stage interviews with chief executives and public figures
Clients include NatWest, the NHS Confederation, CIPR, Grayling, Cavendish Consulting and RenewableUK.
"Rob was an exceptional host for the CIPR Awards." – CIPR
"We would book him again without hesitation." – Grayling
FAQs
Do you work in London regularly?
Yes. Cardiff to Paddington is around two hours, and overnight stays are no problem for evening events.
How far ahead should we book?
Awards season and December fill early. For spring conferences, three to six months ahead is ideal.
Do you prepare with our speakers?
Always. Rob speaks to panellists beforehand, so nothing on the day surprises them – except the questions.
Can you chair political or policy events?
Yes – that's Rob's background. He's independent and non-partisan.
Do you host hybrid or online events?
Yes. See also Event Hosting and international conference moderating.
Planning an event in London?
Tell me the date, venue and type of event. I reply personally to every enquiry.